Overview
Chicken gizzards are safe for dogs to eat in moderation. However, chicken gizzards contain high levels of cholesterol. Therefore, overfeeding chicken gizzards to your dog could lead to health issues like heart disease.
Can dogs eat Chicken gizzards?
Benefits
- Chicken gizzards are packed with protein, Vitamins C and E, Vitamin B12, zinc, and iron, which are essential in ensuring a healthy immune system for dogs.
- Chicken gizzards are high in cartilage content and are a good source of glucosamine, promoting healthy joints in dogs.
- Because of their toughness, chicken gizzards are great for dogs to chew on. They can also help clean a dog's teeth and gums.
Risks
- When feeding chicken gizzards to dogs, it's important to supervise your dog, especially small dogs, as they can pose a choking hazard.
- Chicken gizzards are high in cholesterol; excessive consumption may lead to health issues such as cardiovascular problems in dogs.
Servings
- Raw feeders feed chicken gizzards to their dogs as part of their raw diet.
- To aid digestion, you can chop the gizzards into tiny pieces before feeding them to your dog.
- Chicken gizzards can be cooked by boiling; boil them until fully cooked but still tender.
- It's important to limit organ meats, such as chicken gizzards, to no more than 20% of your dog's total diet to maintain a balanced and nutritious diet.
